Ways to serve
Every H&I panel needs speakers, a leader each week, and a chair to keep it all running. Here's what each role involves.
Panel speaker
Shares experience, strength, and hope with people in hospitals and institutions.
- Shares their personal recovery story
- Inspires others through their journey
- Offers hope to those still struggling
- Connects people with the wider recovery community
How much sober time a speaker needs is up to the panel leader.
Panel leader
Runs the meeting at a facility on their assigned week.
- Facilitates the panel discussion
- Keeps the meeting running smoothly and on time
- Creates a safe, welcoming room
- Attends the H&I business meeting at least quarterly to stay current and find speakers
Panel leaders usually have significant time in recovery and some leadership experience.
Panel chair
Handles the logistics behind a facility's panels.
- Coordinates with the facility and with speakers
- Manages the panel schedule and leader assignments
- Keeps everyone involved in the loop
- Looks after the quality and consistency of the panel
Panel chairs are usually experienced members who understand both recovery and the committee's needs.
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